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B210 PLC

1985 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,894 mi
Last recorded36,894 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Ford Capri56,904 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB210 PLC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 36,894 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 36,894 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 May 2016 36,576 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 36,216 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 35,704 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 2 May 2013 35,684 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

all tyres perished

Pass 16 Jun 2011 35,282 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 35,282 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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B210 PLC is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 56,904 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B210 PLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 41 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B210 PLC registered?

B210 PLC is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 April 1985.

Is B210 PLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B210 PLC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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